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Three Things the Jaguars Need to Fix, per ESPN

The Jacksonville Jaguars are coming out of their bye week at 4-2, ready to go on a run and return to the playoffs for the second straight season. A lot has gone well for them this season so far. Quarterback…

By Dylan Grausz · Heavy

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 7:08 PM

Key Things to Know

ESPN highlighted wide receiver production, pass rushing, and kickoff coverage as three areas the Jaguars must fix.
Brian Thomas Jr. has only nine catches for 105 yards, leading ESPN to suggest a potential trade.
Pass rushers Josh Hines-Allen and Travon Walker have combined for just 3.5 sacks through six games.

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ESPN's Michael DiRocco identified three key areas the Jacksonville Jaguars must address coming off their bye week at 4-2 to enhance their Super Bowl contention. These issues center on wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr.'s declining role, an underwhelming pass rush from top edge rushers, and poor kickoff coverage.

Thomas has managed just nine catches for 105 yards, falling behind other offensive targets and prompting trade speculation according to DiRocco. Defensively, edge rushers Josh Hines-Allen and Travon Walker have combined for only 3.5 sacks, while the special teams unit ranks fourth-worst by allowing 28.9 yards per kickoff return.

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